GRE Word List

JUXTAPOSE

to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)

The meaning of the word juxtapose is to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect).

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WordMeaning
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bolta lightning stroke
wrathstrong vengeful anger or indignation
clangora resounding clang or medley of clangs
coercionthe act, process, or power of coercing
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indisputablenot disputable : unquestionable